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The Vice President of Nigeria, , has officially flagged off the Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ), a landmark project aimed at positioning Ekiti State as a leading hub for innovation, technology, research, and enterprise.
Conceived as a world-class knowledge park, the EKZ is strategically located between Ado-Ekiti, Ijan-Ekiti, and Ise-Ekiti. Spanning over 955 hectares, the project is situated close to the proposed Ekiti Cargo Airport and major educational institutions, making it an ideal destination for investment and innovation.
The Knowledge Zone is designed to attract local and international investments, create employment opportunities, promote entrepreneurship, and support research and development through a world-class ecosystem for businesses, innovators, and technology-driven enterprises.
Implemented through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, the project is expected to drive economic growth, enhance skills development, improve livelihoods, and transform Ekiti State into a thriving knowledge-based economy.
